1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Calibra | Venga |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1710 kg |
